Mantle, Ruth and T206 cards from David Hall’s mammoth master set were among the top performers in a major trading card auction.
Top Banner – 468X60
Modern Sports Card News
New Sports Card Release Calendar: 7/24 – 8/6
Like to rip packs and boxes? You’ll love the next couple of weeks.
Business News
PWCC Owner Now Has Criminal Defense Attorney; Cooperating with FBI
Well-known defense attorney Jeff Lichtman is assisting PWCC’s Brent Huigens in discussions with the FBI over the sale of altered cards.
Bottom Mobile Ad
Industry News
Newly Uncovered Photos of Gehrig Speech Now at Auction
An 80-year-old scrapbook has surrendered five photos of Lou Gehrig Day, taken from a fan seated in the stands behind home plate.
Sports Memorabilia News
Original 1939 Hall of Fame Class Photo at Auction
Dating to the time of the inaugural induction of 1939, a newspaper photo showing baseball’s earliest Hall of Fame icons is at RMY Auctions.
Around the Hobby
Valuable Lou Gehrig Collection Set for Display at NSCC
Collectors will have a chance to hold a bat once used by Lou Gehrig as part of an exhibit featuring dozens of items from the life and career of the baseball icon.
- Notes: Leonard Finals Shirt Brings $48K; Olympic Gold Medal Sold; Bowman Color Box; Funny Video
- Autographed 1984-85 Star Basketball Set Expected to Fetch Big Price
- Notes: Collector’s Find Winds Up in HOF; Munson “Roast” Program; Farewell to Long-Time Dealer; Jim Beckett: Podcaster
- PSA to Give Away 3 Jordan Rookie Cards as Part of NSCC Promo Plans
Editor’s Blog
Editor’s Blog: Niners Jersey a Rare Piece from a Memorable Player
A one-year style 49ers jersey worn by a player known for one of the most bizarre plays in football history is now in the hands of an avid collector.
- Notes: NSCC Baines Sweepstakes; Finals Warmups; Bankrupt Becker’s Stuff Sells, Palace Auction
- Notes: NSCC Autograph Additions; Altered Cards; Rookie Premiere Story; Mayo Factory History
- Notes on the Card Doctoring Scandal
- Notes: Gretzky Collector’s Crazy Tattoo; Ruth Jersey on Nightly News; Gary V Touts Cards Again
What’s Hot in the Shop
What’s Hot: Catering to a New Generation of Collectors
A successful Kid’s Club launch has Mike feeling excited for the future as he runs down the top five best selling sports card boxes.
